Lane’s Disease

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Contributed byLester Fahrner, MD+1 moreJun 14, 2021

The topic Lane’s Disease you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Palmar Erythema.

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Palmar Erythema, or Lane’s Disease, is the reddening of the palms of the hands, especially in the region of hypothenar eminence - an area of the palm that is close to the wrist along the line of the little finger (and not the thumb side, which is called the thenar eminence)
Based on the cause of the condition, Palmar Erythema is classified as primary or secondary:
- Primary Palmar Erythema - the cause of the condition is generally unknown
- Secondary Palmar Erythema - it occurs due to a variety of conditions such as heart abnormalities, liver cirrhosis, diabetes, and sarcoidosis, among others
Palmar Erythema may be observed in children and adults. There are no significant signs and symptoms observed, and the condition is typically painless and non-itchy
There is also no treatment specified for Palmar Erythema, apart from suitably managing the underlying causative condition. Typically, the prognosis depends on the type and severity of the underlying/associated condition, which may vary from one individual to another

Please find comprehensive information on Palmar Erythema regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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Krish Tangella MD, MBA

Pathology, Medical Editorial Board, DoveMed Team

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Lester Fahrner, MD

Chief Medical Officer, DoveMed Team

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